2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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 B2500 (323 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
