2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3000 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
