2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | Familia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |