2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 6 and 2003 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (240 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 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 | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
