2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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 X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | X3 | MX-Flexa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |