2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Mazda B4000 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 Mazda B4000 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda B4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 320 | B4000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |