2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2000 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 121 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
