2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 6 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
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, 2011 Nissan Juke, 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2300 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2300 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
