2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
