2003 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 545 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |