2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 5. 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 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |