2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Avanza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |