2011 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 584 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Transit Connect | B2300 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |