2005 Mazda 5 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 5 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
