2010 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
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, 2012 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Camry | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Camry | 3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |