2003 Mazda Demio vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Mazda Demio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. 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, 2001 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio. 2001 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Demio | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Demio | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
