2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B3000 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
