2009 Mazda B4000 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000.
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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B4000 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | B4000 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
