2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 120. 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 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 120 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.8 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 | 1340 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |