2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 6 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 54 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B3000 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
