2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Familia | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |