2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |