2004 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 535 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |