2001 Ariel Atom vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ariel Atom 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 45 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ariel | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
