2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |