2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Mazda Atenza
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Mazda Atenza were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Atenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (240 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Mazda Atenza | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | Atenza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
