2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 148 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 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B3000 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
