Mazda 2 2010 vs Toyota Yaris 2014
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 1.3 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mazda 2) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Toyota Yaris) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 95 HP | 99 HP | |
| Torque: | 205 NM | 125 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds | |
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Mazda 2 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 2 engine produces 4 HP less power than Toyota Yaris, but torque is 80 NM more than Toyota Yaris. Despite less power, Mazda 2 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.2 | 4.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.0 l/100km | 5.5 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 2 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 2 consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Yaris, which means that by driving the Mazda 2 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 90 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 2 consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Yaris. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 42 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1020 km in combined cycle | 870 km in combined cycle | |
| 1160 km on highway | 1020 km on highway | ||
| 860 km with real consumption | 760 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 2 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda 2 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Toyota Corolla, Toyota Auris, Toyota Verso, Toyota iQ | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Yaris might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Toyota Yaris 2014 1.3 engine: The engine is known for its reliability but exhibits several common issues, especially as mileage increases. Owners report minor oil consumption, which tends to grow over time due to piston ring coking. Individual ignition ... More about Toyota Yaris 2014 1.3 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.90 m | 3.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.51 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 2 is 1 cm longer than the Toyota Yaris, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda 2 is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 249 litres | 286 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
787 litres | no data | |
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Toyota Yaris has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mazda 2 has 37 litres less trunk space than the Toyota Yaris. This could mean that the Mazda 2 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | 9.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 2 is 0.4 metres more than that of the Toyota Yaris, which means Mazda 2 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`540 | 1`500 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Toyota Yaris scores higher in safety tests. The Toyota Yaris scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Mazda 2 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Toyota Yaris has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Mazda 2, so Mazda 2 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 3600 | 16 000 | |
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