2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
