2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 7 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. 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 2012 Audi A1. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | B3000 | A1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 34 L |
