2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One 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 80 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Mini One. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | B3000 | One |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1364 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
