2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A3 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |