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 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 612 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. 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 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
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 | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
