2004 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 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 |
