2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 4 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 740 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B3000 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | B3000 | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2993 cc |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |