2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | B3000 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
