2009 BMW 130 vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2009 BMW 130 and 2009 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
Because 2009 BMW 130 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 2009 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Premacy. 2009 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
