2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 6 and 2004 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
