2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 202 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2300 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
