2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Terracan | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |