2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 754 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
