2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2006 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B2300 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B2300 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1494 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |