2009 BMW 135 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 135 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
