2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | B3000 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
