2002 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 74 L |
