2007 BMW 523 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 523 and 2000 Mazda 626 are equipped with a 2,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 523 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
