2005 Mazda MPV vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2005 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV, 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 Sequoia (544 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MPV | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
