2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MPV, 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | MPV | 118 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
