2010 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2010 Toyota RAV4 and 2010 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3.
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 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4. 2010 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | RAV4 | 3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |