2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 4031 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 74 L |
