2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 887 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5996 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
