Toyota Tacoma vs. Mazda B4000 Review

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda packs quite a wallop and will knock the Toyota down a few rungs. However, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Toyota Tacoma is quite certainly nimbler than the Mazda, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the other hand, note that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The B4000 has a more massive engine than the Toyota Tacoma. Keep in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The Mazda B4000 packs quite a wallop compared to the Toyota Tacoma as far as torque, which is roughly equivalent to acceleration.

Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Mazda B4000 over the Toyota Tacoma. The Toyota Tacoma is likely a better choice than the B4000 regarding transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of luggage or large pets. Towing is considerably more the Mazda B4000's forte than it is the Toyota's.

Convenience
You'll most certainly have to take the Mazda B4000 for a fill-up more often than the Toyota because of its tank size and fuel economy.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Toyota Tacoma offers a bit more head room than the Mazda B4000, there frankly isn't much of a difference. The Mazda B4000 provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Toyota does.

Dimensions
The Mazda B4000's tank is approximately the same size as the Tacoma's, though the Tacoma's is slightly bigger. The Toyota Tacoma and the Mazda B4000 compete for the same parking spaces. The Mazda B4000's longer wheelbase will result in a smoother, more stable ride; however, the Tacoma may give a nimbler feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Mazda B4000 to the dealership as the Tacoma. Regarding gas mileage, the Toyota Tacoma is somewhat better than the Mazda B4000, but not by much. The Toyota Tacoma will save you money at the pump compared to the Mazda B4000. The Mazda B4000 isn't much less pricey than the Tacoma when it comes to MSRP.

Warranty
The Mazda B4000 and the Toyota Tacoma have the same basic after-sale protection.