2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 661 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu, 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Washu | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Washu | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
