2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B3000 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B3000 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 326 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |