2005 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2004 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
