2007 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 BMW 116 and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
