2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B3000 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1560 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2788 mm |
