2010 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2003 Mazda Premacy has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 335 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
