2011 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 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 2011 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 335 | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
