2000 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A2 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
