2006 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M5 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M5 | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |