2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 and 2007 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Because 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
