2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Sequoia | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Sequoia | 6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |