2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 would be higher. Both 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 and 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 are equipped with a 2,300 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 263 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 12 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, both vehicles can yield 379 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | MazdaSpeed3 | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1472 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4511 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |