2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B4000 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. 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, 2007 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6. 2008 Mazda 6 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. 2008 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2007 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
