2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3. 2012 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mazda 3 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 3 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |