2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 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 24 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2300 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |
