1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro 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 101 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 771 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Metro | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
