1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Xedos 9 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
