Mazda 3 2013 vs Volkswagen Golf 2009
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 165 HP | 210 HP | |
| Torque: | 210 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Golf is a more dynamic driving. Mazda 3 engine produces 45 HP less power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 70 NM less than Volkswagen Golf. Due to the lower power, Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 7.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km | 8.5 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 3 consumes 1.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that by driving the Mazda 3 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 225 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 3 consumes 1.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 750 km in combined cycle | |
| 1060 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
| 710 km with real consumption | 640 km with real consumption | ||
| 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. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 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 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Mazda 3 2013 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ... More about Mazda 3 2013 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.47 m | 4.20 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.79 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.48 m | |
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Mazda 3 is larger, but slightly lower. Mazda 3 is 27 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda 3 is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 364 litres | 350 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1263 litres | 1305 litres | |
| Mazda 3 has 14 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Golf (by 42 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`815 | 1`870 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Mazda 3 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Golf has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Mazda 3, so Mazda 3 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 7800 | 3400 | |
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