2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (410 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X3 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 74 L |
