2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki X90 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 111 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | B4000 | X90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2210 mm |
