2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2300 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | B2300 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |