2008 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
