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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (163 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
