2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B3000 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
