2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1655 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 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 93 L |
