2011 Mazda B4000 vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda B4000 | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B4000 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 54 L |
