2013 Mazda CX-05 vs. 2013 Mazda SPEED3
To start off, both 2013 Mazda CX-05 and 2013 Mazda SPEED3 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda SPEED3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (259 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2013 Mazda SPEED3.
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 SPEED3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda SPEED3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05. 2013 Mazda CX-05 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda SPEED3 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda SPEED3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda CX-05 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mazda CX-05 | 2013 Mazda SPEED3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | CX-05 | SPEED3 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0 : 1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4555 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2165 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
