2004 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
