1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda Demio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Demio | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
