2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
