2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 and 2007 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
