2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 562 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | B3000 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2696 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
