2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
