2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 2010 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Cruze | 3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |