2006 Mazda MPV 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 MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MPV 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) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MPV. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 639 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MPV | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
