2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Will |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
