2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B3000 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
