2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 523 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
