2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5, 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
