2011 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 419 kg more than 2013 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5, 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
