2012 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 525 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2990 mm |
