2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 6 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
