2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 and 2006 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
