2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 476 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2007 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Mazda Toyota
Model 6 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 2982 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 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 410 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 18.4:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1439 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 87 L


 

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