2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Toyota Will
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Will would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Will. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 6 (260 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Will. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2003 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Will |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
