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. Both 2007 Toyota Avensis and 2013 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 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 38 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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 | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
