2005 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
