2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda CX-5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X3 | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 56 L |
