2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
