2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 9 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 678 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B4000 | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2915 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
