2001 BMW M vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 74 L |
