2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 417 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Tundra | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2640 mm |
