2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 580 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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 2004 MG XPower | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | B2300 | XPower |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
