2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50

To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Mazda BT-50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.

Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 325 2009 Mazda BT-50
Make BMW Mazda
Model 325 BT-50
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2606 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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