2001 Acura Integra vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (228 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
