2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (220 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
