2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 2008 Nissan Micra

To start off, both 2008 Mazda B2300 and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 36 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra.

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, 2008 Nissan Micra, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda B2300 2008 Nissan Micra
Make Mazda Nissan
Model B2300 Micra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2266 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 46 L


 

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