2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
