2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO 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 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | TSO | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
