2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
