2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Mazda MX
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 Mazda MX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX, 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Mazda MX | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | MX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |