2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B4000 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
