2004 Mazda MPV vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MPV. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MPV weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MPV. (267 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda MPV | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 361 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |