2012 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2012 Toyota Camry and 2012 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Toyota Camry and 2012 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (200 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. 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.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Camry | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Camry | 3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1561 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |