2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-Flexa | RunX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
