2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2005 Mazda AZ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 954 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ.
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.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | AZ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |