Mazda B2300 vs. Suzuki Equator Review

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Suzuki packs quite a punch and will knock the Mazda B2300 down a few rungs. On the flip side, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning circle, the Mazda is definitely nimbler than the Equator, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, note that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Suzuki Equator's engine isn't much larger than the Mazda B2300's. The Mazda B2300 has no lessons to learn with respect to torque from the Equator.

Utility
The Suzuki Equator will most definitely prove friendlier than the Mazda B2300 for those of you with frequent child-cargo. The Equator is a better choice than the Mazda B2300 in terms of hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of cargo or big dogs. The Suzuki Equator outpulls the Mazda by a massive margin.

Convenience
You'll likely take the Suzuki Equator for a fill-up about as often as the Mazda.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Equator offers a bit more head room than the Mazda B2300, there honestly isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
The Suzuki Equator is tremendously heavier than the Mazda. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Suzuki Equator than the Mazda B2300 because of its bigger tank. The Mazda B2300 and the Suzuki Equator compete for the same parking spaces. The Suzuki's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the flip side, the Mazda may give a more agile feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Mazda to the dealership as the Equator. When it comes to fuel economy, the Mazda B2300 has the Suzuki Equator beat. The Mazda B2300 will save you money at the pump compared to the Suzuki Equator. The Mazda B2300 is tremendously less expensive than the Suzuki Equator regarding MSRP. The Mazda will save you a lots_of_money at the pump every year compared to the Suzuki Equator. The Suzuki Equator will cost you a bundle in gasoline every year compared to the Mazda B2300.

Warranty
The Suzuki Equator and the Mazda B2300 have the same basic warranty.