2003 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Astra 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 521 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Astra | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
