2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Toyota Yaris and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Yaris | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Yaris | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |