Mazda 3 2009 vs Mazda 3 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 185 HP | 143 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 360 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
|
Mazda 3 2009 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 3 2009 engine produces 42 HP more power than Mazda 3 2007, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Mazda 3 2007. Thanks to more power Mazda 3 2009 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.6 | 6.0 | |
|
The Mazda 3 2009 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 3 2009 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3 2007, which means that by driving the Mazda 3 2009 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 980 km in combined cycle | 910 km in combined cycle | |
| 1170 km on highway | 1010 km on highway | ||
| Mazda 3 2009 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 150 mm (5.9 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 2007 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. Note, however, that this Mazda 3 2007 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.58 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.47 m | |
| Mazda 3 2009 is 9 cm longer than the Mazda 3 2007, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 413 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1285 litres | |
| Mazda 3 2009 has 17 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3 2007. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 2009 is 0.5 metres less than that of the Mazda 3 2007, which means Mazda 3 2009 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`955 | 1`925 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | high | high | |
| Average price (€): | 3200 | 2600 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Mazda 3 has
|
Mazda 3 has
| |