2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 601 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 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 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 6 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
