2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (600 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | B4000 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| 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 | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
