2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, both 2008 Ford Galaxy and 2008 Mazda B4000 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Galaxy | B4000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |