Mazda 3 2006 vs Toyota Corolla 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 124 HP | |
| Torque: | 187 NM | 157 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 10 seconds | |
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Mazda 3 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 3 engine produces 26 HP more power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Toyota Corolla. Thanks to more power Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.2 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.2 l/100km | 7.9 l/100km | |
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The Toyota Corolla is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 3 consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 3 could require 195 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 3 consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 670 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| 870 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
| 670 km with real consumption | 690 km with real consumption | ||
| Toyota Corolla gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 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 3 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 19 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda MX-5, Mazda 5, Mazda CX-5 | 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Toyota Corolla engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Mazda 3 2006 2.0 engine: The engine tends to idle unevenly. Engine problems may also include the thermostat and cooling pump. This engine tends to consume more oil at higher mileages. Toyota Corolla 2007 1.6 engine: This engine is considered one of the most reliable in its class and, with proper maintenance, does not cause major issues for owners. However, its performance is rather modest. The timing chain has a ... More about Toyota Corolla 2007 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.49 m | 4.54 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 3 is 5 cm shorter than the Toyota Corolla, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 413 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1285 litres | no data | |
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Toyota Corolla has more luggage space. Mazda 3 has 37 litres less trunk space than the Toyota Corolla. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 10 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.9 metres more than that of the Toyota Corolla, which means Mazda 3 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`770 | 1`785 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | average | high | |
| Toyota Corolla has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 3 has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than Toyota Corolla, so Toyota Corolla quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2600 | 3400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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