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 1,349 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 207 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 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 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 | 1349 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 124 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 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 | 1155 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |