2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (163 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500. 2012 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2500 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2613 mm |
