2006 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 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 60 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
