2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Because 2006 Mazda B2300 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 2006 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3, 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, 2012 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | B2300 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
