2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2004 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2300 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
