1996 Mazda MX-3 vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MX-3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MX-3 | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-3 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
