Lexus IS 2002 vs Mazda 3 2003
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 155 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 195 NM | 145 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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Lexus IS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus IS engine produces 50 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 50 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 | 7.2 | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus IS consumes 2.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 390 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| 890 km on highway | 910 km on highway | ||
| Mazda 3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Mazda 3) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus IS) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 19 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda Xedos 6, Mazda MX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mazda 3 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Mazda 3 2003 1.6 engine: This engine is widely regarded as reliable, though it can develop certain issues over time. One of the most common problems is increased oil consumption, often starting after 120,000 km. This is frequently ... More about Mazda 3 2003 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.72 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.46 m | |
| Lexus IS is 8 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus IS is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 310 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
475 litres | 635 litres | |
| Lexus IS has 10 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 160 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 10.3 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 0.3 metres less than that of the Mazda 3. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`870 | 1`695 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 1000 | |
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