2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 5 | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |