2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 483 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (183 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 246 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |