2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
