2003 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 3 and 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda 3 | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 3 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2281 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 19 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |