2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
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, 2003 Mazda 6 (240 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
