2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
