2012 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1211 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda 6 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |