2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
