2002 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Getz 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 111 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Getz | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Getz | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
