2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000. 2002 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B3000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | B3000 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
