2003 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3. 2003 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Sequoia | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sequoia | 3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2639 mm |
