2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2007 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2007 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B3000 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |
