2011 Mazda B4000 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 867 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B4000. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda B4000 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | B4000 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4034 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |