2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 523 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |