2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. 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 (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Terracan | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |