2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Drifter | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2266 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
