1998 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 316 | MazdaSpeed6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |