1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-Evolv | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
