2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 716 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (221 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
