2003 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy

To start off, both 2003 Audi A3 and 2003 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 24 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 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 2003 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A3 2003 Mazda Premacy
Make Audi Mazda
Model A3 Premacy
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1969 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
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
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 58 L


 

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