Mazda 3 2013 vs Mazda 3 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 260 HP | |
| Torque: | 251 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 6.1 seconds | |
| Mazda 3 2013 engine produces 76 HP less power than Mazda 3 2011, whereas torque is 129 NM less than Mazda 3 2011. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 | 9.6 | |
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The Mazda 3 2013 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 3 2013 consumes 2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3 2011, which means that by driving the Mazda 3 2013 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 300 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 670 km in combined cycle | 620 km in combined cycle | |
| 790 km on highway | 800 km on highway | ||
| Ground clearance: | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 2013 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 2013 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 440'000 km | 320'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda 3 2013 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda CX-5 | Used also on Mazda CX-7 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 3 2013 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mazda 3 2013 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 2011 2.3 engine: Although the engine has a chain, its capacity is quite limited. The engine also requires high quality fuel and tends to use more oil at higher mileages. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.51 m | 4.51 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 3 2013 and Mazda 3 2011 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 364 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1263 litres | 1360 litres | |
| Mazda 3 2013 has 64 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3 2011. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 2011 (by 97 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`925 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | high | |
| Average price (€): | 7000 | 5000 | |
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