2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. Both 2001 Mazda 6 and 2007 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
