2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 91 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 34 L |
