2010 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Tundra | 3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |