2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
