2007 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 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 201 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
