Mazda 3 2016 vs Toyota Corolla 2016
Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
Power: | 100 HP | 122 HP | |
Torque: | 150 NM | 154 NM | |
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
Mazda 3 engine produces 22 HP less power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 4 NM less than Toyota Corolla. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.6 | |
Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 55 litres | |
Ground clearance: | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | |
Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda 3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
Engine production duration: | 11 years | 18 years | |
Engine spread: | Used also on Mazda 2 | Used also on Toyota Auris | |
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Corolla might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
Length: | 4.58 m | 4.62 m | |
Width: | 1.78 m | 1.78 m | |
Height: | 1.45 m | 1.47 m | |
Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 3 is 4 cm shorter than the Toyota Corolla, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda 3 is 2 cm lower. | |||
Trunk capacity: | 419 litres | 452 litres | |
Toyota Corolla has more luggage space. Mazda 3 has 33 litres less trunk space than the Toyota Corolla. | |||
Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 10.8 meters | |
The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.2 metres less than that of the Toyota Corolla. | |||
Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`760 | |
Safety: | no data | no data | |
Quality: | average | no data | |
Average price (€): | 13 400 | 11 400 | |
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