2008 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 545 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
