1997 Mazda MPV vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 293 kg more than 1997 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda MPV | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |