1997 Buick Century vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Century | B3000 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |