2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
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 Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod 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 Pod | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
