2008 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
