1998 Mazda Midge vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 289 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Midge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Midge | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Midge | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
