2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 3 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |