2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon and 2001 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.

Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Mazda Sport Wagon 2001 Toyota Tundra
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Sport Wagon Tundra
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 130 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 427 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3270 mm


 

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