2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
