2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 646 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.
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, 2010 Honda Element, 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300. 2010 Honda Element 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. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda B2300 | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | B2300 | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |