2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 6 and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (268 HP @ 6650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |