2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2011 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | B2300 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
