2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
