2007 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. 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 88 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |