2002 Toyota Mark II vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II. 2002 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Mark II | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mark II | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
