2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 481 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | 4Runner | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 228 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1363 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |