2001 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2001 BMW 320 and 2001 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6. 2001 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
