2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 and 2007 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon. 2007 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
