2007 Proton Satria vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Satria would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria. 2011 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Satria will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Proton Satria | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Proton | Mazda |
Model | Satria | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |