2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
