2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |