2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
