2004 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 272 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
