2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Elantra | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
