2006 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (104 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 530 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |