2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Because 2005 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa, 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | MX-Flexa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |