2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 339 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3270 mm |
