2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 83 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 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, 2012 Jeep Compass, 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | B2300 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
