2007 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |