2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2006 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Tucson | Drifter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |