2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Mazda B3000 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 135 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.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | B3000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |