2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Corolla | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |