2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 87 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B3000 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
