2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 6 | 530 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |