2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 711 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
