2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 115 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B3000 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
