2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 785 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.
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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | 535 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
