Mazda 3 Questions

[Antoniogut]

Hi, I'm new to this side of the site I've always been in the MS3 area. I've had my mind set on a Mazdaspeed 3 because of the value and well..the power. I've been doing a lot researching on what other new cars I could get, like the new Cobalt SS coming out. I want a car with not necessarily power but 'quickness' I also don't want to pay high insurance and etc. I was wondering if anyone could possibly tell me just how 'quick' the Mazda 3 can be with and without mods. Thanks!

 

[krimsonviper]

Stock form
0-60 7.3 seconds
0-100 21.5 seconds
1/4 mile 15.8 @ 88mph
300ft diameter skidpad 85g
26-33MPG
156HP
(^from car and driver)
150tq
(^from wiki)

 

[derekMZ3]

American cars generally weigh more and have less handling capabilities