2003 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 3 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | 3 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |