2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MPV | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |