2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z, 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2300 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3497 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
