2008 Mazda MPV vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MPV. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MPV | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | MPV | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
