2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 543 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
