2009 BMW 335 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 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 | 1602 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
