2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
