2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5.
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, both vehicles can yield 201 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A3 | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |