2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
