2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
