2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 MG ZT.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 MG ZT (410 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | B3000 | ZT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
