2007 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Mazda 6. 2008 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 335 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 300 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |