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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1263 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (434 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm). 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 | 4671 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 48 L |
