2011 Mazda B2300 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda B2300 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | B2300 | R8 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |