2009 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300.
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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 118 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
