2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B3000 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
