2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 890 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 99 L |
