2009 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6. 2001 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
