2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (169 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 960 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
