2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
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 Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina 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 49 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B3000 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B3000 | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |