2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
