2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
