2004 BMW 116 vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 BMW 116. 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
