2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 2005 Mazda 6 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 Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson (245 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Tucson | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |