2006 Honda Element vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Element | B2300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |