2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
