2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda B2300 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | B2300 | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |