2009 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 535 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
