2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | B4000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |