2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300. 2002 Volkswagen W12 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. 2002 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | B2300 | W12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
