2003 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2003 BMW 320 and 2003 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 BMW 320.
Because 2003 BMW 320 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 2003 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2003 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2003 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
