2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B4000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
