2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (110 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 583 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda MX-6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | MX-6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 94 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |