2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Mazda Carol were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | X3 | Carol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 30 L |