2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 413 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 3 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
