2011 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Highlander | 6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |