2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Golf | 3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1346 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |