Mazda MX-3 1994 vs Mazda 323 1998
| Body: | Coupe | Hatchback | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 88 HP | |
| Torque: | 137 NM | 132 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds | |
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Mazda MX-3 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda MX-3 engine produces 22 HP more power than Mazda 323, whereas torque is 5 NM more than Mazda 323. Thanks to more power Mazda MX-3 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 7.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km | 7.7 l/100km | |
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By specification Mazda MX-3 consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 323, which means that by driving the Mazda MX-3 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 90 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mazda MX-3 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 323. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 720 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 830 km on highway | 870 km on highway | ||
| 610 km with real consumption | 710 km with real consumption | ||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda Xedos 6 | Used also on Mazda Demio | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda MX-3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mazda MX-3 1994 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 MX-3 1994 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.22 m | 4.04 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.31 m | 1.40 m | |
| Mazda MX-3 is 18 cm longer than the Mazda 323, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda MX-3 is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 135 litres | 304 litres | |
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Mazda 323 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mazda MX-3 has 169 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 323. This could mean that the Mazda MX-3 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | 9.8 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`430 | 1`585 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 800 | |
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