2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Xedos |
| Model | 3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
