2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Tucson and 2007 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 2007 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tucson | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
