2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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 Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
