2009 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
