2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Allion. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Toyota Allion. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Allion. 2003 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Allion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
