2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Tacoma | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |