2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |