2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |