2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 690 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 GMC Savana (711 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | B3000 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |
