2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 469 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Trajet (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Trajet | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
