Mazda RX-8 2003 vs BMW 1 series 2004
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Coupe | Hatchback | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Engines: | 1.3 (petrol) | 1.6 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. BMW 1 series is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 192 - 250 HP | 116 - 265 HP | |
| Torque: | 211 - 220 NM | 150 - 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.4 - 7.2 seconds | 6.1 - 11 seconds | |
| In general, Mazda RX-8 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW 1 series. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.8 - 11.4 | 5.6 - 9.4 | |
|
Mazda RX-8 petrol engines consumes on average 3.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 1 series. 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: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.40 m | 4.23 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.75 m | |
| Height: | 1.34 m | 1.43 m | |
|
Mazda RX-8 is larger, but lower. Mazda RX-8 is 17 cm longer than the BMW 1 series, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mazda RX-8 is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 290 litres | 330 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
290 litres | 1150 litres | |
|
BMW 1 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mazda RX-8 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 1 series (by 860 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda RX-8 is 0.4 metres less than that of the BMW 1 series, which means Mazda RX-8 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 1`779 kg | ~ 1`792 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`361 kg | ~ 1`293 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 418 kg | ~ 499 kg | |
| Mazda RX-8 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 19 procentiem less than BMW 1 series. Therefore, BMW 1 series is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 5000 | 3000 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Mazda RX-8 has
|
BMW 1 sērija has
| |