1999 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 BMW 320.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 320 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |