2004 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3.
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, 2004 Audi A3 (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
