2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Avensis | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
