2000 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
