2013 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2013 Mazda 3 and 2013 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 512 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Mazda 3 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Mazda | Lexus |
Model | 3 | RX |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |