2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
