2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
