2009 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 118 and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Because 2009 BMW 118 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 2009 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 118 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
