2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Land Cruiser | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |