2011 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 3 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
