2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3000 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
