2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
