2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2.
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 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Camry | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1560 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
