2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | B3000 | C30 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |