2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 77 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1999 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | B3000 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
