2002 Mazda Spiano vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda Spiano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 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 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Spiano | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Spiano | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3070 mm |
