2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
