2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1989 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
