2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B3000 | Eos |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |