2009 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 BMW 318 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 2,488 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 BMW 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, 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 318 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6. 2009 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
