2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 553 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Terracan | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
