2002 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Audi A3. 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
