2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | FR-V | B3000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1449 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |