2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1180 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 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |