2004 Toyota Soarer vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 242 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Soarer | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Soarer | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
