2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
