2007 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
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 Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 918 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A3 | Carol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |