2009 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 650 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
