2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5, 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
