2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | B4000 | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4029 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 133 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |