2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
