2008 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 550 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |