1996 BMW 725 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 725 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3200 mm |
