2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 74 L |
