2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Mazda SPEED3
To start off, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda SPEED3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (259 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda SPEED3 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda SPEED3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Mazda SPEED3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Avensis | SPEED3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 259 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |