BMW 3 series 1992 vs Mazda RX-8 2008
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| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 1.6 - 2.8 | 1.3 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 102 - 193 HP | 212 - 232 HP | |
| Torque: | 150 - 280 NM | 216 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.3 - 14 seconds | 6.4 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 - 10.0 | 12.5 - 12.7 | |
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BMW 3 series petrol engines consumes on average 3.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mazda RX-8. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 110 - 145 mm (4.3 - 5.7 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda RX-8 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 4.46 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.37 m | 1.34 m | |
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BMW 3 series is smaller, but slightly higher. BMW 3 series is 3 cm shorter than the Mazda RX-8, 6 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 435 litres | 215 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 290 litres | |
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BMW 3 series has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, BMW 3 series has 220 litres more trunk space than the Mazda RX-8. The Mazda RX-8 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mazda RX-8, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 1`762 | ~ 1`741 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 3400 | 3800 | |
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