1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 776 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (298 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
