2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 154 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B2300 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | B2300 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6200 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |