2007 Mazda B2300 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 Mazda B2300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2007 Mazda B2300 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B2300 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | B2300 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2990 mm |
