2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 (210 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda 6 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Mazda Toyota
Model 6 Avensis
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 149 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 79.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1407 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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