2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 530 | MX-Flexa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |