2006 BMW 630 vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2006 BMW 630 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 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 630 | Etude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
