2010 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2003 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 671 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-9 | 2003 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | CX-9 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
