2004 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
