2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | B4000 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
