2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 75 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | B3000 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
