2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
