1997 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Coupe | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
