2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corolla | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
