2012 BMW 328 vs. 2011 Mazda 6

To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 BMW 328 2011 Mazda 6
Make BMW Mazda
Model 328 6
Year Released 2012 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1484 kg
Vehicle Length 4536 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1816 mm 1839 mm
Vehicle Height 1417 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 70 L


 

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