2005 Mazda Demio vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio. 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, 2006 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Demio | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Demio | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
