2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ikon | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
