2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2008 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
