2007 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 BMW 323 and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 323 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 2007 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3, 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, 2007 BMW 323 (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
