2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Elantra and 2005 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. 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, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Elantra | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
