2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Etude and 2005 BMW 630 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 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2005 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mazda Etude | 2005 BMW 630 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Etude | 630 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1764 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |