2009 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 528 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
