2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
