2008 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 BMW 318 and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
Because 2008 BMW 318 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 2008 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
