1999 Mazda B3000 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B3000. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B3000. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B3000 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Xedos |
| Model | B3000 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
