1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Aspire | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 74 L |
