2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 3 | TT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1347 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
