2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum 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 50 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B4000 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
