1996 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
