2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |