2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
