2007 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
