2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1436 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 Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |