2000 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (237 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Allroad | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
