2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
