2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
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 2007 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B3000 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
