2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Mazda B2300 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | X3 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |