2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |