2007 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500. 2005 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 545 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
