2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
