1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda 626 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 626 | 335 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |