2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B2300 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B2300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
