2001 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Taurus (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2001 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Taurus (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Taurus | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
