2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1441 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
