2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
