2005 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
