DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2003 BMW Z3 vs 2003 Mazda MX-5 Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

VS
WINNER

Mazda MX-5

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.25 points.

59.25–59.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

BMW Z3SpecificationMazda MX-5
BMWMakeMazda
Z3ModelMX-5
2003Model year2003
CabrioletBody typeCabriolet
2Seats2
2Doors2

Performance

BMW Z3SpecificationMazda MX-5
10,4 s0–100 km/h8,4 s
196 km/hTop speed208 km/h
1895 ccEngine displacement1840 cc
118 HPPower146 HP
190 NmTorque168 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

BMW Z3SpecificationMazda MX-5
PetrolFuel typePetrol
51 ltFuel tank50 lt
11 ltUrban consumption11,9 lt
6 ltExtra-urban consumption7,2 lt
—Average consumption8,9 lt

Transmission & Chassis

BMW Z3SpecificationMazda MX-5
Rear-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears5
225/50 R16Tyre size195/50 R15 84 V; 205/45 ZR16 83 W
YesABSYes

Dimensions

BMW Z3SpecificationMazda MX-5
4050 mmLength3975 mm
1740 mmWidth1680 mm
1288 mmHeight1220 mm
1220 KgWeight1065 Kg
2446 mmWheelbase2265 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2003 BMW Z3 and 2003 Mazda MX-5 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Mazda MX-5 leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.25 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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