2004 Mazda Spiano vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Mazda Spiano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2004 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Spiano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Spiano | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Spiano | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
