2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Premacy. 2013 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mazda Premacy | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Premacy | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |