2009 BMW 125 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 125 and 2001 Mazda B2500 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 125 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2990 mm |