2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 and 2009 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sequoia (272 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3.
Because 2009 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Sequoia (315 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2009 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
