2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
