Mazda 3 2003 vs Mitsubishi Lancer 2004
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 105 HP | 98 HP | |
| Torque: | 145 NM | 150 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.4 seconds | 13.6 seconds | |
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Mazda 3 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 3 engine produces 7 HP more power than Mitsubishi Lancer, but torque is 5 NM less than Mitsubishi Lancer. Thanks to more power Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 | 7.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km | 8.8 l/100km | |
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The Mitsubishi Lancer is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Mazda 3 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mitsubishi Lancer, which means that by driving the Mazda 3 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mazda 3 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mitsubishi Lancer. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda Xedos 6, Mazda MX-3 | Used also on Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| 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: | 4.49 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.45 m | |
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Mazda 3 is larger. Mazda 3 is 1 cm longer than the Mitsubishi Lancer, 7 cm wider, while the height of Mazda 3 is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 413 litres | 430 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
675 litres | no data | |
| Despite its longer length, Mazda 3 has 17 litres less trunk space than the Mitsubishi Lancer. This could mean that the Mazda 3 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.3 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`700 | 1`750 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.2/10 | 8.7/10 | |
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