2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (364 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | 4Runner | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1846 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
