2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 328 | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |