2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Toyota Tazz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Tazz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |