2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 6. 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 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tucson | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
