2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR vs. 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR and 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport.
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 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR. 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 l MZR | 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
