2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2009 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B4000. (207 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 531 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2009 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | LS | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
