2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B3000 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | B3000 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |