2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1333 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Marathon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Marathon has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Marathon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Marathon | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4163 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 2850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 108 L |
