2009 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Marathon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Marathon would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 197 kg more than 2009 BMW 116.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mazda Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | Marathon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
