2004 Toyota Avalon vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avalon (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Avalon | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Avalon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
