2013 Mazda 2 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2013 Mazda 2 and 2013 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Mazda 2 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 2 | 3 |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |