2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 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 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
