2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 240 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2300 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
