2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 185 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 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 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
