2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2300 | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
