2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 918 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.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 74 L |
