2002 Lada 117 vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 117 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
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 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 117 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
