2007 Mazda 2 vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
