2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | B3000 | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1901 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
