2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B2300 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |