2002 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 323 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 57 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 323. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2002 Mazda 323. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 323. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 323 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
