2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 5 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 589 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2300 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
