2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
