2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (207 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
