2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (268 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2968 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
