2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 3 would be higher. Both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2010 Chevrolet Orlando are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
