2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 251 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 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
