2005 BMW 116 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 BMW 116.
Because 2005 BMW 116 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 2005 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
