Mazda MX-3 1994 vs Mazda MX-5 2006
| Body: | Coupe | Cabrio | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 126 HP | |
| Torque: | 137 NM | 167 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds | |
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Mazda MX-5 is a more dynamic driving. Mazda MX-3 engine produces 16 HP less power than Mazda MX-5, whereas torque is 30 NM less than Mazda MX-5. Due to the lower power, Mazda MX-3 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 7.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km | 8.3 l/100km | |
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By specification Mazda MX-3 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda MX-5, which means that by driving the Mazda MX-3 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda MX-3 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda MX-5. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 720 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 830 km on highway | 860 km on highway | ||
| 610 km with real consumption | 600 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Mazda MX-3) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mazda MX-5) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda Xedos 6 | Used only for this car | |
| 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mazda MX-3 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 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 Mazda MX-5 2006 1.8 engine: The engine often has unstable idling speeds and problems with the thermostat. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.22 m | 4.00 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.72 m | |
| Height: | 1.31 m | 1.26 m | |
| Mazda MX-3 is 22 cm longer than the Mazda MX-5, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda MX-3 is 5 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 135 litres | 150 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Mazda MX-3 has 15 litres less trunk space than the Mazda MX-5. 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 | 10 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda MX-3 is 0.2 metres less than that of the Mazda MX-5. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`430 | 1`355 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 5400 | |
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