2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.

Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mazda 6 2007 Toyota Sequoia
Make Mazda Toyota
Model 6 Sequoia
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 4664 cc
Horse Power 215 HP 274 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1129 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 100 L


 

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