2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000. 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda B3000 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | B3000 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |