2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. 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 2 more horse power than 1996 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura RL. 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 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | B4000 | RL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
