2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.

Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 320 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make BMW Mazda
Model 320 Drifter
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2170 cc 2499 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 21.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1590 kg
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2990 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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