2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
