2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000. 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B4000 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
