2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
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2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | MiTo | AZ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |