2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 4031 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 74 L |
