2005 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 BMW 545 and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2005 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 545 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
