2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 3 and 2005 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 3 | Citi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1422 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 857 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |