2007 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
