2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash is newer by 5 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Splash. 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 2010 Suzuki Splash. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | B4000 | Splash |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
