2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
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 Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
