2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Mazda 3

To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 2009 Mazda 3
Make BMW Mazda
Model 335 3
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2260 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1602 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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