2010 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 528 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 528 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
