2008 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2008 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
