2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6.
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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sienna | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sienna | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
