2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda B4000 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Colorado | B4000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |