2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage. 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 Kia Sportage. 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 (310 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | B4000 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
