2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Mazda B2300 and 2005 Peugeot 206 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) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 206, 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2300 | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2300 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
