2005 Acura TL vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 1 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, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
