2003 Mazda MPV vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MPV weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MPV. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MPV. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda MPV | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |