2004 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, both 2004 BMW 120 and 2004 Mazda B4000 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 120 | B4000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4029 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |