2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Audi A3

To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2013 Audi A3
Make Mazda Audi
Model Familia A3
Year Released 2000 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1984 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary W
Horse Power 106 HP 197 HP
Torque 134 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.6:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 825 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4292 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1423 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2578 mm


 

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