2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1651 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.
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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300. 2012 Ford E-150 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. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B2300 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
