2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Mazda 3 (183 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Tucson | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |