2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 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. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry. 2012 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 6 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Camry |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |