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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 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. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1485 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2964 cc | 4663 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 273 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 | 810 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 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 |