1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 14 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 849 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda 626 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 626 | 6 series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |