2003 Mazda MPV vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 104 kg more than 2003 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MPV. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MPV | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
