2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | A3 | Premacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |