2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3, 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 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
