2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |