2007 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
