2007 Mazda B4000 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Volkswagen Sharan (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B4000. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda B4000 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B4000 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |