2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2012 Audi TT

To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 240 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Audi TT
Make Mazda Audi
Model 3 TT
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1650 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4199 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1349 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2469 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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