2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50

To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda B3000 2009 Mazda BT-50
Make Mazda Mazda
Model B3000 BT-50
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 330 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 18.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1671 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 70 L


 

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