2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport vs. 2009 Mazda 3 1.6
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport and 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 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 52 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3 1.6. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3 1.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 weights approximately 3 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3 1.6. (145 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 1.6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 2.0 Sport | 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 3 | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |