2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 720 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (268 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 268 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |