2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
