2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 and 2009 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy, 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 530 | Premacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |