2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
