2006 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 316 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make BMW Mazda
Model 316 MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 83.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 194 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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