2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry 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 20 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B3000 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
