2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6.
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, 2003 Mazda 6 (207 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tucson | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
