2004 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 754 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 545 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
