2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 530 | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |