2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 874 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda B2300 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B2300 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |