2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2002 Mazda 6 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz. 2002 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Tazz | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
