2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | B3000 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2490 mm |
