2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus IS weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | B2300 | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
