2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (160 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 833 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 48 L |
