2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
