2006 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
