2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW Z4 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Z4 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |