2009 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 328 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 231 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
