Toyota Yaris 2014 vs Mazda 2 2010
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.3 Petrol | 1.6 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Toyota Yaris) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mazda 2) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 99 HP | 95 HP | |
| Torque: | 125 NM | 205 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds | |
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Mazda 2 is a more dynamic driving. Toyota Yaris engine produces 4 HP more power than Mazda 2, but torque is 80 NM less than Mazda 2. Despite the higher power, Toyota Yaris reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.8 | 4.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.6 l/100km | 5.0 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 2 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Toyota Yaris consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 2, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Toyota Yaris could require 90 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Toyota Yaris consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 2. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 litres | 43 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 1020 km in combined cycle | |
| 1020 km on highway | 1160 km on highway | ||
| 750 km with real consumption | 860 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: | 280'000 km | 480'000 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: | 17 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Toyota Corolla, Toyota Auris, Toyota Verso, Toyota iQ | Used only for this car | |
| 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: | 3.89 m | 3.90 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.51 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Toyota Yaris is 1 cm shorter than the Mazda 2, width is practically the same , while the height of Toyota Yaris is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 286 litres | 249 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 787 litres | |
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Toyota Yaris has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Toyota Yaris has 37 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 2. The Mazda 2 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.4 meters | 9.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Toyota Yaris is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mazda 2, which means Toyota Yaris can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`500 | 1`540 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Toyota Yaris scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | high | |
| 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 (€): | 16 200 | 3600 | |
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