2000 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour 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 19 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Contour | B3000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |