2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. 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 (310 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | B4000 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
