2006 Kia Spectra vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Spectra | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Spectra | B3000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |