1999 Mazda MPV vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MPV. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MPV | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
