2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Mazda B2300 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2300 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 2004 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3, 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A3 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |