2006 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2006 BMW 650 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 650. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 650 | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |