2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. 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 19 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2005 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2300 | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Mazda | Westfield |
Model | B2300 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 162 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |