2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
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 6 (268 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 268 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |