2002 Mazda 323 vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 323 and 2002 Toyota Allion were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 323. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 323. (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 323. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 323 | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Allion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
