2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1090 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 Yukon (454 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | B3000 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| 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 | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
