2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 783 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 99 L |
