BMW Z4 2009 vs Mazda MX-5 2009
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 HP | 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 188 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds | |
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BMW Z4 is more dynamic to drive. BMW Z4 engine produces 44 HP more power than Mazda MX-5, whereas torque is 62 NM more than Mazda MX-5. Thanks to more power BMW Z4 reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 | 7.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km | 8.4 l/100km | |
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The Mazda MX-5 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW Z4 consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda MX-5, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW Z4 could require 135 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW Z4 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda MX-5. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 640 km in combined cycle | 650 km in combined cycle | |
| 880 km on highway | 840 km on highway | ||
| 620 km with real consumption | 590 km with real consumption | ||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda MX-5 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X3 | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda 3, Mazda 5, Mazda CX-5 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda MX-5 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The BMW Z4 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| BMW Z4 2009 2.5 engine: On this engine, the valve seals and crankcase breather valve diaphragm tend to fail after 80-100 000 km, leading to increased oil consumption. It is recommended to choose engines manufactured in the last years ... More about BMW Z4 2009 2.5 engine Mazda MX-5 2009 2.0 engine: The engine tends to idle unevenly. Engine problems may also include the thermostat and cooling pump. This engine tends to consume more oil at higher mileages. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.24 m | 4.02 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.72 m | |
| Height: | 1.29 m | 1.26 m | |
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BMW Z4 is larger. BMW Z4 is 22 cm longer than the Mazda MX-5, 7 cm wider, while the height of BMW Z4 is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 180 litres | 150 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
310 litres | no data | |
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BMW Z4 has more luggage capacity. BMW Z4 has 30 litres more trunk space than the Mazda MX-5. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 10 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW Z4 is 0.7 metres more than that of the Mazda MX-5, which means BMW Z4 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`735 | 1`375 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| BMW Z4 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda MX-5 has serious deffects in 65 percent more cases than BMW Z4, so BMW Z4 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 18 600 | no data | |
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