2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda 3 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Prius |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |