2008 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 BMW 535 and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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, 2008 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 535 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 535 | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |