2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2008 Nissan Xterra, 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2300 | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2300 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
