2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Tacoma | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
