2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2011 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |