2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForTwo 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 95 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B2300 | 2004 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | B2300 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1810 mm |
