2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |