2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. 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 171 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 795 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | 4Runner | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
