2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, both 2005 Mazda B3000 and 2005 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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 Drifter (245 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda B3000 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Mazda Mazda
Model B3000 Drifter
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 2499 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 245 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 21.6:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1671 kg 1590 kg
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2990 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 80 L


 

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