2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 529 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
