2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
