2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
