2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | B2300 | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
