2002 BMW Z4 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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
