2008 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 4 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), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 328 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 230 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
