2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 and 2007 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |