Mazda 3 2009 vs Mazda 3 2011
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| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 1.6 - 2.5 | 1.6 - 2.5 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 105 - 260 HP | 105 - 260 HP | |
| Torque: | 145 - 400 NM | 145 - 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 - 13.1 seconds | 6.1 - 13.1 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.4 - 9.6 | 4.3 - 9.6 | |
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Mazda 3 2009 petrol engines consumes on average 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3 2011. On average, a Mazda 3 2009 with diesel engines consumes about the same amount of fuel per 100 km as a Mazda 3 2011.  This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!  | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 145 - 155 mm (5.7 - 6.1 inches) | 119 - 155 mm (4.7 - 6.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 2009 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.47 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 3 2009 and Mazda 3 2011 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 481 litres | 481 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down  | 
1360 litres | 1360 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 2009 is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mazda 3 2011, which means Mazda 3 2009 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 1`856 | ~ 1`864 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average  | high  | |
| Average price (€): | 4200 | 4600 | |
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