2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 328 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
