2004 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 BMW 525.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
