2005 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 520 | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 520 | B3000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |