2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sequoia | 3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
