2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | HR-V | B3000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |