2004 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 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 58 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (191 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |