2007 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
