2009 Mazda 3 2 vs. 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 2 and 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 2 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3 2.
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 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3 2. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3 2. 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 2 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 2 | 2009 Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Exclusive Automatic | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 3 | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |