2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Because 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda B3000 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | B3000 | 118 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |