2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 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 138 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 483 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |