2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Tata B-Line
To start off, 2009 Tata B-Line is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Tata B-Line. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata B-Line.
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 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata B-Line. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata B-Line.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2009 Tata B-Line | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 3 | B-Line |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
