2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2010 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 and 2010 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MPV weights approximately 238 kg more than 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
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 MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MPV. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2010 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4511 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
