2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 and 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Because 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hi-Ace (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
