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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. 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 | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
