2010 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 861 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, 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 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B2300. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Taurus | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
