2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Mazda DrifterX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
