2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 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 90 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
