2010 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Audi A3.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A3 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
