2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 2 and 2009 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2.
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 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 2 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 2 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1347 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |