2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 556 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tucson | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
