2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
