2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | B2300 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
