2007 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 335. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 335 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |