2005 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
