2009 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (274 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
