2001 Mazda 626 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, both 2001 Mazda 626 and 2001 Toyota Verossa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 626 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Verossa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |