2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 886 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |