2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | 4Runner | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
