2009 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 BMW 745 and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 745 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |