2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva 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 69 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva, 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | B2300 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |