2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
