2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300.
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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | B2300 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1793 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
