2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Elantra and 2004 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2004 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Elantra | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |