2008 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 3 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
