2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. Both 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon and 2000 Hyundai Sonata are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 164 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. 2000 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Sport Wagon | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
