1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626. 2012 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
