2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 832 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda B2300 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | B2300 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 528 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 746 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |