2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2566 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |