2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | B2300 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |