2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda 6 2002 Toyota Corolla
Make Mazda Toyota
Model 6 Corolla
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 50 L


 

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