2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano 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, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | B3000 | Verano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
