2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3000 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
