2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
