2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 365 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 2 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 2 | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |