2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 120 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |