2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300. 2004 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | LS | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
