2007 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
