2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, both 2005 Honda FR-V and 2005 Mazda B2300 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V, 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | FR-V | B2300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |