2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 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 120 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1560 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
