2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 2 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Sonic | 3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
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 | 138 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4039 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1735 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |