2007 BMW 630 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 BMW 630. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 630 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 630 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
