2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-09. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 732 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sequoia | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
