2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aspire 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 91 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B3000 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 37 L |
