2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
