2008 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2990 mm |
