2005 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 6 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 340 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 318 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |