Toyota Corolla 2013 vs Mazda 3 2013

 
Toyota Corolla
2013 - 2016
Mazda 3
2013 - 2016
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.8 Petrol2.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 140 HP165 HP
Torque: 173 NM210 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.2 seconds8.9 seconds
Mazda 3 is a more dynamic driving.
Toyota Corolla engine produces 25 HP less power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 37 NM less than Mazda 3. Due to the lower power, Toyota Corolla reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.46.2
Toyota Corolla consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Toyota Corolla could require 30 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres51 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 850 km in combined cycle820 km in combined cycle
1030 km on highway1060 km on highway
Ground clearance: 125 mm (4.9 inches)155 mm (6.1 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

Average engine lifespan: 350'000 km420'000 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: 19 years13 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Toyota Avensis, Toyota YarisInstalled on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Toyota Corolla 2013 1.8 engine: This engine is generally considered decent, with a lifespan of around 250,000 km. While it doesn’t cause major issues if properly maintained, some common problems still arise. One of the most frequent ...  More about Toyota Corolla 2013 1.8 engine 

Mazda 3 2013 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ...  More about Mazda 3 2013 2.0 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.62 m4.59 m
Width: 1.78 m1.80 m
Height: 1.47 m1.45 m
Both cars are similar in size. Toyota Corolla is 4 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Corolla is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 452 litres419 litres
Toyota Corolla has more luggage capacity.
Toyota Corolla has 33 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3.
Turning diameter: no data10.6 meters
Gross weight (kg): 1`8001`815
Safety:
The Mazda 3 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): 780011 600
Pros and Cons: Toyota Corolla has
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
Mazda 3 has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • higher ground clearance
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • better safety assist technologies
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