2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, both 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa and 2005 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.

Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda MX-Flexa 2005 Toyota Sequoia
Make Mazda Toyota
Model MX-Flexa Sequoia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 207 Nm 427 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3010 mm


 

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