2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 74 L |
