2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
