2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira 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 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3000 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
