2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3725 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
